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Genocide in Gaza – Western Hypocrisy and FIFA’s Double Standards
By Issam Khalidi Sports is not a marginal component in Gaza’s society. There was a time when Gaza was the center of gravity for Palestinian sports. In the same way that many others are concerned […]
‘Making History’ – First Palestinian to Qualify for Olympics in Combat Sport
By Palestine Chronicle Staff Ismail is one of three Palestinians who competed in the qualifying event having entered the men’s -58kg class ranked fifth. Omar Yaser Ismail has made history as the first Palestinian […]
‘Legend of Khan Yunis’ – Israel Kills Top Gaza, Arab Footballer
Barakat also played for several clubs in the occupied West Bank and Jordan, including Al-Wehdat. Palestinian footballer Mohammed Barakat was killed on Monday after the Israeli occupation forces bombed his house in Khan Yunis. The […]
Gaza’s Parkour Free Runners Are Unstoppable – PHOTOS
By Mahmoud Ajjour – Gaza These parkourists would not let anything stop them, as they entertained children at the displacement camps in Rafah. Gaza is known for many things: the resilience and the courage of […]
Basketball Ireland Refuses to Shake Hands with Israeli Opponents
By Palestine Chronicle Staff Israel faces pressure on the sporting scene amid its ongoing assault on the Gaza Strip. This time, the Irish women’s basketball team refuses pre-match formalities, including shaking hands. In another […]
Ice Hockey Federation Bans Israeli Team, Tel Aviv Sues
By Palestine Chronicle Staff The International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) announced on Wednesday that Israel had been expelled from all competitions. Israeli media reported on Friday that the Ice Hockey Federation of Israel (IHFI), […]
Palestine Olympic Football Team Coach Killed by Israel in Gaza – Over 1,000 Athletes Killed so far
By Palestine Chronicle Staff Hani al-Masdar, known in the Palestinian sports community as Abu al-Abed, was killed in an airstrike on Gaza City. He was the coach of the Palestinian Olympic football team. The […]
This is How Many Palestinian Footballers, Athletes Israel Killed Since Oct 7 – Report
85 Palestinian athletes have been killed so far in the Israeli war on the Palestinians since October 7, a new report said. The majority of those killed are in the besieged Gaza Strip. The Palestinian […]
Olympic Committee ‘Discredited Itself Entirely’ over Israel – Lavrov
“Whatever fits the interests of the West, mainly the US, they support and look for formulas to make it work,” the Russian foreign minister said. The International Olympic Committee’s position that Israeli athletes aren’t responsible […]
Tennis Champion Ons Jabeur Breaks Down over Gaza – WATCH
By Palestine Chronicle Staff Ons Jabeur: “This is not a political message, it is just humanity. I want peace in the world, that’s it.” Tunisia’s tennis champion Ons Jabeur announced that she will donate […]
UFC Fighters on Forefront of Growing Gaza Solidarity Campaign
By Sammy Baroud Islam Makhachev, Khamzat Chimaev, and Muhammed Mokaev seemed more concerned about the plight of Palestinians in Gaza than winning UFC titles. More athletes from around the world continue to declare their unconditional […]
UFC Champion Khabib Nurmagomedov on Israeli War: ‘This is Genocide’
By Palestine Chronicle Staff Khabib Nurmagomedov, the Russian former undefeated UFC champion, has said the missile strike that devastated a hospital in Gaza late on Tuesday was an act of genocide. “Bombing a hospital […]
International Athletes Raise Their Voice: I Stand in Solidarity with Gaza
By Sammy Baroud These are just a few of the athletes who have shown support for the people of Gaza following the devastating war on besieged Strip has taken place in the last few days […]
Palestinian Athlete Makes History at Asian Games in China
First there was Munir Abu Kishk. Now, Hala al-Qadi, Palestine’s new champion at the Asian Game, underway in China. Both have made history. Palestine’s second medal ever at the Asian Games was achieved on Thursday. […]
Bureij Crowned Handball Champion in Gaza – PHOTO GALLERY
By Palestine Chronicle Staff Bureij Services has won the Jawal Handball Competition, beating rival Salah Sports Club, 31-27 in Gaza. Following a strong start for Bureij in the first half of the game, which […]
‘Horse Riding is My Refuge’: Abu Shaaban Paves Way for Women Equestrians – PHOTO GALLERY
By Mahmoud Ajjour – Gaza Salwa Abu Shaaban is a 21-year-old student from Gaza City who aspires to become an international equestrian trainer. “I want to participate in jumping championships with local participation inside and […]
Footballers of Short Stature Hope to Break Stereotypes, Represent Palestine Internationally – Photo Gallery
By Palestine Chronicle Staff ‘Ahliya’ is a team that belongs to the Palestinian Football Association, which is a part of the Palestine National Football for Athletes of Short Stature. No one should be excluded […]
This is How Iran Punished Weightlifter Who Shook Hands with Israeli Athlete
Iranian authorities have suspended weightlifter Mostafa Rajai for life after shaking hands with an Israeli athlete during a sports tournament in Poland. “The weightlifting federation banned Rajai for life from entering all sports facilities in […]
Gaza’s Female Fighters Celebrate International Boxing Day – Photo Gallery
By Palestine Chronicle Staff Young girls at Al-Mashtal Sports Club in Gaza City celebrated International Boxing Day, on August 27, by carrying out training drills with their coach Osama Ayoub. Al-Mashtal is a unique […]
Palestinian Athletes Win 8 Medals in Arab Youth Muay Thai Championship in Libya
Palestinian athletes have won 8 medals, including 2 gold and 6 bronze, in the Arab Youth Muay Thai Championship in Libya. Palestinian athletes have won a remarkable total of 8 medals, including 2 gold and […]
The Young Palestinian Gaza Footballer Who Became a Star
‘Palestinian youth are capable of doing the seemingly impossible when they receive proper, unconditional support and encouragement.’ Mohamed Zaki Al-Baiuk was excited about his trip to Tunisia as a member of the Youth Stars Center. […]
‘Pride of Palestine’ Makes It to UFC Following ‘Most High-Level Fight’
Palestinian champion, who has just fought his way into the prestigious Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) following an impressive win on Tuesday, might make his UFC debut in October, USAToday sports reported. Abdul-Kareem “Pride Of Palestine” […]
Women’s Wheelchair Basketball Competition Kicks Off in Gaza (PHOTOS)
By Palestine Chronicle Staff Four Palestinian teams competed in the women’s wheelchair basketball tournament held at the Saad Sayel Hall in Gaza City, starting Tuesday. On the first day, the Palestine Red Crescent faced […]
Arabian Horses Show Skills in Gaza Event (PHOTOS)
By Palestine Chronicle Staff The Palestine Chronicle attended an exciting equestrian competition in Gaza. Some of the most majestic Arabian horses paraded before an enthralled audience, while others showed their impeccable skills in jumping […]
PROFILE: Heba Saadieh, First Palestinian to Referee in FIFA Women’s World Cup
By Palestine Chronicle Staff Originally from Palestine, lived and studied in Syria, became a refugee, again, in Malaysia, and eventually moved to Sweden. Heba Saadieh’s story is that of the quintessential Palestinian refugee, always […]
‘Principles First’: Iraqi Athletes Reject Normalization with Israel, Withdraw from Top Fencing Championship
By Palestine Chronicle Staff The FIE Fencing World Championships 2023 is currently taking place in Milan, Italy. In solidarity with the Palestinian people and as an expression of rejecting any normalization with the Israeli […]
Watch the Moment a Palestinian Child Tried to Hug Her Handcuffed Palestinian Father
When the little daughter of Palestinian political activist, Ramzi Abbasi tried to hug him before his scheduled court appearance, the Israeli soldiers dragged the shackled father and hurried away. Abbasi is a famous Palestinian athlete […]
WATCH: Israeli Football Fans Resort to Violence in Malta Following ‘Palestine’ Chants
The Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) began disciplinary action on Wednesday following a football match between Israel’s Maccabi Haifa and Malta’s Hamrun Spartans. The match, held a day earlier as part of the Champions […]
The Palestine Chronicle Football Team Now Has a New Home in Gaza (PHOTOS & VIDEO)
By Palestine Chronicle Staff For several years now, Palestine Chronicle editors have funded a youth football team in the Gaza Strip. Initially, the idea was to provide a group of children with football jerseys, […]
Palestine’s Swimming Team Win Six Medals, Including Four Gold, in Arab Sports Games
The Palestinian swimming team won six medals, including four gold, in the Arab Sports Games hosted by Algeria, the official Palestinian news agency WAFA reported. The swimmer Yazan al-Bawab won the 50-meter gold in freestyle […]